What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Pilsen?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Pilsen is to bus which costs 1 000 Kč - 1 800 Kč and takes 8h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Pilsen?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Pilsen is to drive which takes 5h 9m and costs 2 200 Kč - 3 200 Kč.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Pilsen?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Pilsen. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi via Nürnberg Hbf and Schwandorf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

How far is it from Cologne to Pilsen?

The distance between Cologne and Pilsen is 644 km. The road distance is 597.6 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Pilsen without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Pilsen without a car is to train which takes 7h 50m and costs 2 100 Kč - 4 000 Kč.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Pilsen?

It takes approximately 7h 50m to get from Cologne to Pilsen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Pilsen train from?

Cologne to Pilsen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Pilsen?

The best way to get from Cologne to Pilsen is to train which takes 7h 50m and costs 2 100 Kč - 4 000 Kč. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 1 000 Kč - 1 800 Kč and takes 8h 33m.

Where does the Cologne to Pilsen train arrive?

Cologne to Pilsen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Nürnberg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Pilsen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Pilsen is 598 km. It takes approximately 5h 9m to drive from Cologne to Pilsen.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Pilsen?

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Where can I stay near Pilsen?

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Cologne to Pilsen - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cologne to Pilsen by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Nürnberg Hbftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Schwandorftrain
3. Take the train from Schwandorf to Plzen Hlavni Nadrazitrain Re
7h 50m
Kč 2,119–3,974
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Frankfurt central train stationbus 068 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Pilsen Central Bus Stationbus RegioJet 540
8h 33m
Kč 1,060–1,785
Drive 597.6 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Pilsencar 597.6 km
5h 9m
Kč 2,200–3,178
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Václav Havel Airport Prague, bus
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)plane DUS - PRG
3. Take the bus from Prague to Plzeňbus
6h 2m
Kč 1,955–6,034
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Pilsenbus
9h 19m
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane CGN - MUC
2. Take the train from Freising to Plzen Hlavni Nadrazitrain
7h 12m
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane DUS - MUC
3. Take the train from Freising to Plzen Hlavni Nadrazitrain
7h 43m
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Václav Havel Airport Prague, bus
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)plane FRA - PRG
3. Take the bus from Prague to Plzeňbus
5h 59m
Kč 2,216–5,570
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane DUS - DRS
3. Take the train from Dresden-Neustadt to Praha Hlavni Nadrazitrain
4. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Plzen Hlavni Nadrazitrain
8h 27m
Kč 2,825–10,804

Cologne to Pilsen by train

49Weekly Trains

7h 50mAverage Duration

Kč 2,119Cheapest Price

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Distance: 643.6 km
Duration: 7h 50m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Pilsen, Czechia?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi via Nürnberg Hbf and Schwandorf in around 7h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Pilsen Central Bus Station via Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf, Cologne Airport CGN, and Frankfurt Central Train Station in around 8h 33m.

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